Origin
Wellsville, UT
Afternoon in Wellsville on Sunday
Local time
3:51 PM
MDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wellsville, UT to River Heights, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
13m
Distance
8.6 mi
14 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wellsville, UT
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River Heights, UT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward commute, the 8.6-mile journey from Wellsville to River Heights is an ideal choice. This trip typically takes about 13 minutes, making it a perfect day trip for those staying within the Mountain West region of Utah. With a fuel cost estimated at just $1, it is an incredibly economical drive that requires no overnight stops. You will primarily utilize US 89, Main Street, and 700 South to navigate between these two communities. Since the entire route is contained within the same state and region, you can expect a familiar, consistent driving environment from start to finish.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 89 | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| 700 South | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Summerwild Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 600 South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 89
— 6.6 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wellsville, UT and River Heights, UT.
1
Start on SR 101
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 89; US 91
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
US 89; US 91
3
Turn right onto 700 South
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
700 South
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto Summerwild Avenue
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Summerwild Avenue
5
Continue on 600 South
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
600 South
6
Arrive at destination
600 South
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 8.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
1.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 89; US 91
Turn left onto US 89; US 91
Navigation decision point
6
7.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
700 South
Turn right onto 700 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
3
8.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
Summerwild Avenue
Turn left onto Summerwild Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.36 one way
$2.73 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $1.43 | $2.86 |
| premium | $4.53 | $1.53 | $3.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.90 | $3.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.90 | $0.41 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.75 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.20 | $0.55 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
River Heights, UT
Afternoon in River Heights on Sunday
Local time
3:51 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
13m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as approximately 77% of this drive is spent on major thoroughfares. The route features a consistent flow, anchored by a 6.6-mile stretch along US 89 that allows for steady progress. While the journey is short, the transition from highway speeds to local roads like Main Street and 700 South provides a clear shift in pace. You will find that the personality of the road remains functional and efficient, prioritizing direct travel over technical twists or turns. Sitting behind the wheel, you will notice the quick transition from regional transit to local street navigation as you approach your destination.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.6 mi on US 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 89 and Main Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near US 89; US 91.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Wellsville, UT to River Heights, UT is easy. At 13m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (US 89; US 91): Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles (700 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (Summerwild Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 13m. Total distance: 8.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.6 miles on US 89. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (US 89; US 91): Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles (700 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (Summerwild Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at River Heights, UT before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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